Hamilton

Course Location:

Hamilton

*At the end of each course graduates will be awarded a Therapist Certificate in Deep Tissue Massage*

Daily Schedule

9:00-10:00 - Theoretical study about the body area of focus for that day
10:00-12:00 - Practical
12:00-12:30 - Lunch Break
12:30-13:30 - Continue theoretical study
13:30-15:00 - Practical
15:00-15:30 - Break
15:30-18:00 - Practical

Lecture Content

Day 1 & 2 – Deep Tissue Foundations

• The Deep Tissue Massage Technique

• How pain and trauma are trapped in the deep muscle layers

• How to perform a massage using only body weight

• Self-care as a therapist

• Practical practice: back massage

Day 3 & 4 – Lower Body

• Legs massage

• The deep muscles in our legs

• The emotional burden on the legs

• Meridian lines in the legs and how Deep Massage can strengthen the kidneys

• Feet massage: practical reflexology

Day 5 – Neck

• Stiffness in the neck from a holistic perspective

• The deep muscles in the neck

• Practical practice: neck massage

Day 6 – Arms & Hands

• How to relieve joint pain and elbow pain

• The hands from a holistic view

• Practical practice: hand massage

Day 7 – Face & Head

• Relaxing and healing massage for the face and head

• Integration with healing techniques and Reiki

Day 8 – Release & Self-Care

• Trigger points and intensive release of trapped stress and pain

• Meditation and breathing exercises for self-care and client support

Day 9 – Integration & Closing

• Full day of practical practice

• Certification and closing ceremony

Each day includes supportive practices to enrich the learning environment:

• Stretching and yoga

• Ceremonial cacao

• Knowledge about nutrition and medicinal herbs